Naveen Shankar
ActingAbout Naveen Shankar
Dropping out of engineering to start a career as a cinema news reporter for a local media channel in 2009, and later in 2012 serving as an anchor for U2 (Udaya Music) TV channel, Naveen Shankar is a multi-talented theatre and film actor. He has been a constant fixture on the theatre scene since 2010, under the Rajamarg Art, Culture and Drama Academy. During the three years that Naveen was with them, he acted in more than 45 stage shows, and 200 street plays for social awareness, involving eight different production banners. He has also acted in several TV serials and various short films. In 2018 Naveen made his silver screen acting debut with Janardhan Chikkanna's cybercrime thriller, Gultoo. The movie, which marks Janardhan's debut as well, also has Sonu Gowda, Avinash and Rangayana Raghu in pivotal roles.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Naveen Shankar reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 9 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Drama
The majority of Naveen Shankar's filmography leans towards the Drama genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 44% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Naveen Shankar remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Nodidavaru Enanthare, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Naveen Shankar Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Naveen Shankar's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Naveen Shankar.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Nodidavaru Enanthare | Sidharth | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire | Pandit | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | Kshetrapathi | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Gurudev Hoysala | Bali | Flop | Similar → |
| 2023 | Hondisi Bareyiri | Ranjit | Hit | Similar → |
| 2022 | Dharani Mandala Madhyadolage | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Gultoo | Alok | Super Hit | Similar → |
| N/A | Kiriket 11 | - | Flop | Similar → |
| N/A | Salaar: Part 2 - Shouryaanga Parvam | Pandit | Flop | Similar → |
Naveen Shankar - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Naveen Shankar?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Naveen Shankar is "Nodidavaru Enanthare" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Naveen Shankar acted in?
Naveen Shankar has been featured in at least 9 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Naveen Shankar?
Other notable films include "Gultoo", "Hondisi Bareyiri", and "Salaar: Part 1 - Ceasefire".